Amulet - The bad luck of the ancient people

Throughout its history, mankind has created countless amulets to ward off evil spirits and welcome fortunes.

In the past, people were more likely to encounter disasters such as illness, war, hunger, natural disasters and many other factors that could easily take away their lives. Therefore, the ancients sought all the protective things they could carry, in which, amulets were the most common protection, symbolizing the protection of supernatural forces.

Amulets made of gold covered with precious stones of ancient Egypt.(Photo: Wikipedia).

According to the Ancient Origins, the ancient people sought out witches, wizards, or merchants who knew how to make charms and sell them at very high prices. However, buyers are willing to pay to protect their lives. Made from wood, metal, clay, stone or other materials, many amulets exist today.

Amulet shaped turtle of North American Sioux.(Photo: Wikipedia).

Types of amulets were born with many different uses. Charms are often created by shaman during special ceremonies. Each talisman is based on an icon such as a cross, Yin and Yang (Yin-Yang), pentagram, blue eyes (nazar), mystic knots, magic eyes, Egyptian beetles .

The symbol of the cross (Ankh) associated with supreme power, symbolizes eternal life in Egyptian culture . It is placed in the coffin of Egyptian pharaohs to protect and ensure a long life in the next life. In addition, Ankh is evidence of the power and class of the pharaohs. Another power symbol of Egypt is the beetle, symbolizing longevity. In addition, the ancient people believed that the beetles possessed a transformation power, and the beetle shaped character meant "to become", "will be".

Cross-shaped charms are popular in ancient Egypt.(Photo: Wikipedia).

The symbol of the yin and yang harmony and the eternal law of the universe is Yin-Yang. Yin represents darkness, negative, while Yang is light, the embodiment of positive. The opposition of the two forces resulted in a harmonious universe.

The pentagram is a mysterious symbol of power since the Earth was formed . It is said to be able to protect people from bad luck and attract good luck. Each element relates to a star's wing and coalesces, they will attract good things.

Chinese characters symbolizing luck appear as a charm in many different patterns. Today, it still appears on Chinese medals, buildings, traditional calligraphy paintings and many other places. The person who carries the charm often has the feeling that luck will come.

According to the concept of the ancient people, the nazar or the "blue eye" has the power to protect them from the poisonous view and eliminate bad energy. This symbol is usually worn as an amulet but may appear elsewhere.

Nazar symbol helps people avoid the sight of the devil.(Photo: Wikipedia).

Originating from Tibet, the mystical knot symbolizes Samara (reincarnation), the eternal cycle of revival . In addition, it represents intellectual wisdom as well as the close relationship between knowledge and applied methods. This is a power symbol to pray for the ancestors to bless their descendants.

The eye is said to have the power to bring knowledge. It is used to see through, reflect past, present and future. Ancient people believed that thanks to the power of knowledge, humans became the most powerful species on Earth.